THIS OLD GUITAR – John Denver (LIVE) His Best Version
August 11, 2010 in Local Music by stagemaster
WATCH & HEAR IN HIGH QUALITY: www.youtube.com Probably John’s best performance of this song that tells the story of the 1910 Gibson guitar that his grandmother gave when he was a 12 year old boy and how it shaped his life. This old guitar taught me to sing a love song It showed me how to laugh and how to cry It introduced me to some friends of mine And brightened up my days It helped me make it through some lonely nights Oh, what a friend to have on a cold and lonely night This old guitar gave me my lovely lady It opened up her eyes and ears to me It brought us close together I guess it broke her heart It opened up the space for us to be What a lovely place and a lovely space to be This old guitar gave me my life, my living All the things you know I love to do To serenade the stars that shine From a sunny mountainside Most of all to sing my songs to you I love to sing these songs for you Yes, I do, you know I love to sing my songs for you Words and music by John Denver
If I could listen to one melodic voice for the rest of my life I would pick John Denver. His songs calm my soul, refreshes my spirit, and lays waste to my fears of the day. I pray with all my heart that his remarkable gift of poetry thru song, lives on for eternity. RIP
I never had the opportunity to listen to a live performance from the great John Denver. But listening to it’s recorded material, it completely captured my attention (and devotion). Most beautiful music I have ever heard in my life with real meaning to myself and to anyone in the world. Although based in much of his personal life, his work can be reflected in the lives of so many. And that says it all about his human and artistic quality.
I had the privilege of seeing him live on his first tour of Australia – He had THE most beautiful voice I have ever heard – for some reason, even his best recordings didn’t quite capture it properly IMHO (I’d be interested to know if other JD fans who saw him live agree). A truly rare talent, John will live in our hearts forever.
The best song he ever did – I love John denver and I count myself blessed to have seen him perform this live
John had a resonance in his voice that was absolutely perfect. He was born to sing and he did it so well. His modest manner and sincere face combined with the voice to produce something exceptional and unique. I will never forget seeing JD live 3 times.
This is truly his signature song. I can sit for hours and listen to his music while working. I always closeout with this one. It’s only fitting the were creamated together.
Loved JD singing, The lyrics were so meaningful and the melodies so easy on the ears. Thanks for sharing.
This is definitely the best version of this song I have ever heard-God Bless John Denver-his music lives on forever!
I really miss John Denver! What a talent.GOD BLESS!
Tonight, I looked for my old guitar in my house after watching this JD’s video.
I bought the guitar when I was a high school student, so it’s almost 30 years old.
Then, finally I found it.
It was in a case and I picked it up little by little.
It shines just like it was when I was 17 years old !
The strings were already worn out but sound beautifully !!
I want to start again playing this old guitar and my life…
I grew up in Colorado listening to John Denver sing about our state and it’s beauty. He was and is a treasure that will forever be missed. I got to hear him sing once in person when he was giving a private performance at a hotel I was working at. I was working as a maid, upstairs from where he was performing. I remember leaving all the windows open to the room I was working in just so I could see and hear him. I will never forget it. I love his music
What a beautiful and simple song. He sounds so sad, I guess I like songs that tell a story.
What a wonderful song. Wonderful message. I miss the simplicity of songs like these.
john I miss you you gave me my start.sorry about breaking the strings on your guild 12 just had to tune it up when it came of the plane.anyway our lives are have followed the heart.and yes my guitar playing is getting awsome thanks to you sir…..chris
Beautiful, just beautiful, what a singer and songwriter. I miss you so much.
Goodnight John, you were perfection.
great song!!!!!!
One of his best! I miss John Denver
@bctvguy I agree, totally….saw him live here in Michigan more than a few times, but unfortunately, not when he had finally honed his gift (don’t get me wrong- he always had a wonderful gift of voice and talent…but he had brought it to such a demention just prior to his death)….this song and post only serves to remind me what an ache (and I’m sure many more) I feel …. rip John…(HJD) xo
Our Ears & Hearts were so lucky to have John`s Music FOR many years…….:)
This old guitar gave us, the most wonrderful songs!!
love,happiness, and more john !!!
thanks for your great soul, I wiil never forget you !!
♥GLADYS ELIZABETH♥
Thank you is said by me to ♥ ((:- Jonh Denver , always a friend -:)) ♥
This song just brings me to tears. I miss him so much. I grew up listening to John and I thought we would grow old together. There has never been an artist who touched me with their music the way John Denver did. He died too, too soon.
Im french canadian and at an early age I discovered this guys enchanting singning, the powerfull truth and beauty in each of is songs. Three songs have a major philosophycal impact on me; « Annies Song » for defining love, « Sunshine On My Shoulders » for defining beauty, and « Rhyms And Reasons » for defining hope.
Awesome!!! What year was this. looks like it was towards the end of his life. Really miss him:(